Hole Of Horcum - Levisham Valley
Hole Of Horcum Levisham Valley
A great place to walk with your dog is the Hole Of Horcum in the Levisham Valley, near Lockton. The area is a section of Levisham Beck, in the Tabular Hills, on the North Yorkshire The hollow is 400 feet deep and 3/4 miles across. A "Devil's Punchbowl"" type feature, legends have it that a local giant made the amphitheatre, scooping up a large ball of earth and creating a nearby hill, Blakey Topping. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hole_of_Horcum
Start At Car Park
The best place to start your walk over the Hole Of Horucm is from the car park opposite. Located on the A169 Moor Road from Pickering, on the right hand side. There are often portaloos here and in the summer many will be taking the same walk. Walking with others is always a good idea where you can.
The road is very busy, so you will need to be careful when crossing with your dog. There are several routes you can take.
The first route is to cross over the A169 and look for the path that enters the woods on the East side. Another route would be to follow the road towards the North and head for the Salter's Gate Inn (not used as as Inn now 2010). This Inn was featured in the scary movie American Werewolf In London, so keep your wits about you!.
Down The Hole
Going into the South, you will find pathways that lead you obviously down into the hole itself and you will hit the edge of woods. The path leads to a stream. This is an ideal spot to perhaps sit and eat a picnic. You may even catch a glimpse of deer the deeper you go. Across the stream you can head west to Dundale Griff, the southern flank of which is Levisham Moor.
Keep Safe - Whistle - Water
It's best to take a map and compass with you and make sure you are wearing the right clothing. Temperatures on the North Yorkshire Moors change quickly, so be prepared. Remember mobile phones may not get a signal through valleys and deep wooded areas. Always let someone know where you are going and the time you set off and if possible the route you are going to take.
It is adviseable to keep your dog on a lead in dense areas and where you might see deer. Take enough water with you for yourself and your dog. A whistle is always a good idea, not only to call your dog, but as an identification as to where you may be should you get into difficulties.
Follow your instincts and you will enjoy a great day out with your dog.
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